The Heart Network

We're #hiring a new Network Outreach & Engagement Coordinator in Saranac Lake, New York. Apply today or share this post with your network.

The #greatamericansmokeout conference, “Tobacco & Vaping Use in Adolescents & Adults,” was a huge team effort, with St. Peter’s Health Partners, North Country Country Nicotine Consultants, Health Systems for a Tobacco-Free New York and Glens Falls Hospital working together to bring over 70 individuals representing public health agencies, healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations to Glens Falls. We want to take a moment to acknowledge the Herculean efforts of Heart Network Program Coordinator Morgan Greenwood. It's no exaggeration to say this event wouldn't have been possible without her hard work, attention to detail, and all-around amazing organizational skills. You deserve all the flowers, Morgan!

We're so incredibly grateful to everyone who participated in yesterday's #greatamericansmokeout conference on vaping in youth and adults. We've made so much progress, but there's still work to be done. To our presenters, panelists, moderators, and partners: thank you. We hope everyone left feeling inspired to continue fighting the vaping epidemic.

Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time. And a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with day one. Let the Great American Smokeout be your day to start your journey toward a smoke-free life! You’ll be joining thousands of people who smoke across the country in taking an important step toward a healthier life and reducing your cancer risk.

We’re excited to celebrate the #PowerOfRural on #NationalRuralHealthDay, Nov 21! Join us in recognizing the spirit of #rural America and the efforts of healthcare providers and stakeholders addressing unique #healthcare challenges. Learn more at powerofrural.org

Healthcare providers, parent advocates, educators and researchers will convene Thursday, Nov. 21 for a conference highlighting the dangers of vaping among adolescents and adults. The conference, “Tobacco & Vaping Use in Adolescents & Adults,” will be held in observance of the Great American Smokeout and take place at The Queensbury Hotel, 88 Ridge St., Glens Falls, NY. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the conference will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sign up for free today! https://lnkd.in/gFRssqmw

Another great collaboration with the Malone community that will improve pedestrian safety in a high-traffic neighborhood. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/gafQ36UA

Members of the Get Healthy North Country Network will be presenting at the upcoming 2024 North Country Leadership Summit, hosted by the Adirondack Health Institute Oct. 9-10 in Lake Placid. Ann Morgan of The Heart Network, Jerome James of the St. Lawrence Health Initiative, and Shannon VanHouse of Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center will be presenting "Using Video Conferencing to Increase Access to Evidence-Based Chronic Disease Self-Management Education in Rural NY.” This panel presentation will be held on day one of the Summit: Wednesday, Oct. 9. See the link to learn more and register ? https://lnkd.in/ecGNBx2A

Earlier this summer,?Healthy Alliance was appointed as the North Country region’s Social Care Network?(SCN) under the state’s 1115 Waiver Amendment.?Healthy Alliance is now accepting applications from organizations interested in partnering in their SCN?either as a contracted Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) service provider or as part of Healthy Alliance’s broader network of providers. These applications will be reviewed and evaluated by Healthy Alliance using established criteria with a focus on an applicant’s ability and/or willingness to meet the SCN and HRSN Program requirements under the 1115 Waiver Amendment. While Healthy Alliance will build its network over time using a rolling application,?we our partners to apply ahead of the first deadline: Sept. 30. Learn more ? https://lnkd.in/gAHZVPXF

The Heart Network’s own Ron Brenner is participating in the Adirondack Marathon on Sept. 22. To mark the occasion, Ron has launched a Go Fund Me, the proceeds of which will be donated to The Heart Network. Follow this link to donate today! And a big thanks to Ron for organizing this generous effort that will support healthy communities ??